2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 96 kg more than 1989 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | XLR | Supra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |